Palestine Chamber Magazine 2018-2019 - Page 9

PA L E S T I N E C H A M B E R.O RG
Meet the City
CITY OF PALESTINE: MAYOR
The City of Palestine Texas Welcomes You!
Steve Presley
Mayor of Palestine
Our people are known for their Southern hospitality and follow their
passions to make our city a great place to live, visit, and invest in the futu re.
Palestine was established in 1846 as a center of commerce and culture and in
the 1880’s grew dramatically as headquarters of the International and Great
Northern Railways. Palestine continues to thrive because of its small town charm,
friendliness, welcoming atmosphere, educational and economic opportunities.
Palestine is centrally located between Dallas, Houston, and Shreveport and is
a transportation hub with opportunities for rail, ground, and air.
We are also a regional healthcare center. Our primary retail trade area has
over 58,000 people. We encourage our entrepreneurs to succeed here. For
more information on economic development check out the Palestine Economic
Development website
In addition to being a great escape for the heritage tourist, Palestine is a Top
40 Tourist Destination, a Texas Main Street City, and a designated retirement
community. We are home to the Texas State Railroad which features steam and
diesel train adventures throughout the year and becomes the magical Polar
Express every Christmas; the Trails of Davey Dogwood Park are showcased
during the Dogwood Trails Festival in March and April; home of the Hot Pepper
Festival in October and the Frost Fest in December. We look for any reason to
have a parade.
If you are here for a day trip, weekend getaway, or a lifetime, I know your
time in Palestine will be truly special. If the City of Palestine can be of further
assistance to you, please visit our website at www.cityofpalestinetx.com or
contact our Visitor’s Center at (903)723-3014.
Hope to see you soon, Steve Presley, Mayor
2018-19 Palestine City Council
Larissa Loveless
District 1
Mitchell Jordan
District 2
Vicky Chivers
District 3
Joe Baxter
District 4
Dana Goolsby
District 5
Ann Conner
District 6
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